Special receptacle or package – Combined or convertible – Packaged assemblage or kit
Reexamination Certificate
2000-01-31
2001-07-17
Gehman, Bryon P. (Department: 3728)
Special receptacle or package
Combined or convertible
Packaged assemblage or kit
C206S457000, C206S745000, C206S756000, C229S116400, C446S478000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06260707
ABSTRACT:
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates generally to the development of a carrying case as a display assembly and more particularly to the design of a house-shaped carrying case having the ability to unfold into a display assembly of the interior of the house for the presentation of literature and information to customers.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
The ability to display as well as collect information from customers is an important tool in different customer-oriented businesses. In a business setting, the capability to effectively and demonstratably communicate with customers is of key importance in the success of certain businesses. Today, with consumers more on the go, it is up to the businesses to reach out to the consumers.
A particular example of this need for flexible methods of communication is the development of a means for presenting information to people who are interested in financing the purchase of a home. Current time demands on individuals is such that it is difficult for people to obtain all the necessary information in a timely fashion. A display assembly related to the mortgage/real estate field would enable individuals to obtain information relative to their home search and finding needs. In addition to the potential home owner obtaining information, the display assembly allows the potential purchaser to leave contact information so that the lender and realtor utilizing the display may pursue future contact. The display assembly provides a means for communicating with a customer and aiding in the process of home selection and financing from the perspective of the potential home owner on the one hand, and as a lender and realtor on the other.
The present invention provides the ability to convey information to a sales site, such as a realtor's open house event. When opened to reveal the interior of the house, it also provides for the displaying of information to, as well as obtaining information from, a potential home owner. In addition to displaying information, the present invention enables a complete method of communicating with a potential homeowner without the need for an individual to be present to facilitate that communication.
The purchasing of a new home, and the financing thereof, has the potential to be a stressful period due to the amount of time demanded of the purchaser and the complexity of the transactions. The present invention can minimize the time that potential home owners spend in researching property and finance information, by having them both located at a convenient location, and eases the complexity of the transactions by providing for a unique method of distributing explanatory information.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
It is an object of the present invention to be utilized as a carrying case as well as a display assembly to present information and materials to a potential homeowner. In this particular invention, the carrying case is a house-shaped carrying case and includes a plurality of panels defining an internal compartment. It is within the configuration of these panels that a house-shaped outer housing is obtained. Within the internal compartment of the house-shaped carrying case is a display unit which is presented upon unfolding the outer housing into a laid-out position.
It is a further object of this invention to display a house-like facade on the external and internal panels of the house shaped carrying case and display assembly. When the carrying case is in its house-shaped configuration, the external panels present a facade of the exterior of a house. Once the carrying component of the present invention is no longer being utilized, the carrying case can be converted into a display assembly. The display assembly presents an internal facade of a house.
It is still further an object of this invention to provide an easy-to-follow and complete display of the materials necessary for a potential homeowner. In addition to displaying information to a future homeowner, information can be readily obtained from the potential homeowner by using the display unit. In regards to the display unit located in the internal compartment of the house-shaped carrying case, the display unit is designed to provide a plurality of receptacles or compartments to obtain and present information to the consumers.
Additional areas of applicability of the present invention will become apparent from detailed description provided hereinafter. It should be understood however that the detailed description and specific examples, while indicating preferred embodiments of the invention, are intended for purposes of illustration only, since various changes and modifications within the spirit and scope of the invention will become apparent to those skilled in the art from this detailed description
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FleetBoston Financial Corporation
Gehman Bryon P.
Harness & Dickey & Pierce P.L.C.
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